BBQ Grilled Vegetables Marinated (Printable Version)
Fresh vegetables char-grilled after marinating in zesty herb dressing for ultimate summer flavor.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into large chunks
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into large chunks
03 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
04 - 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
05 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
06 - 8 oz button mushrooms, halved if large
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
→ Marinade
08 - 1/4 cup olive oil
09 - 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
10 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
11 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
12 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
13 - 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
14 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
15 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
16 - 1 tsp kosher salt
17 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, rosemary, parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
02 - Add all prepared vegetables to the bowl with the marinade. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
04 - Thread vegetables onto skewers if desired, or arrange directly on the grill surface. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
05 - Grill vegetables for 4-5 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until nicely charred and tender. Adjust time based on vegetable thickness and desired doneness.
06 - Transfer grilled vegetables to a serving platter. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot or at room temperature.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The marinade transforms ordinary vegetables into something that will disappear before the main course
- Leftovers somehow taste even better the next day tucked into sandwiches or scrambled into eggs
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- Cut everything into similarly sized pieces so they finish cooking at the same time and nothing turns to mush
- Do not skip the refrigeration time, even thirty minutes makes a huge difference in how well the flavors penetrate
03 -
- Leftovers are phenomenal chopped and stirred into scrambled eggs the next morning
- A splash of maple syrup in the marinade creates an incredible caramelized crust